Mols Bjerge National Park: Where Ice Age Landscapes Meet the Sea
Discover Denmark's dramatic landscapes and rich history at Mols Bjerge National Park, where rolling hills meet the sea and ancient monuments whisper tales of the past.
Mols Bjerge National Park offers a captivating blend of dramatic natural landscapes and cultural heritage on Denmark's Djursland peninsula. Formed by glaciers during the last Ice Age, the park features rolling hills, open heathlands, woodlands, and a stunning coastline along the Kattegat Sea. Visitors can explore diverse habitats, from rare plants and insects to varied birdlife, and enjoy panoramic views from hilltops like Agri Bavnehøj and Trehøje. Historical landmarks such as Kalø Castle Ruins and Poskær Stenhus add to the park's allure, providing glimpses into Denmark's rich past. With well-marked hiking and cycling trails, Mols Bjerge invites outdoor enthusiasts to immerse themselves in its unique beauty and tranquility, making it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and history buffs alike. The park is open year-round and offers free admission.
A brief summary to Mols Bjerge National Park
- Molsvej 29, Rønde, 8410, DK
- +4572170714
- Visit website
Local tips
- Wear appropriate footwear for hiking, as trails can be uneven and muddy, especially after rain.
- Bring binoculars for birdwatching, especially at Stubbe Lake, to spot diverse bird species.
- Pack a picnic to enjoy at one of the scenic viewpoints or picnic areas within the park.
- Check the weather forecast before your visit and dress accordingly, as conditions can change quickly.
- Download the National Park Mols Bjerge app for interactive maps and information about trails and attractions.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Aarhus, the most convenient way to reach Mols Bjerge National Park is by bus. Bus line 123 runs directly from Aarhus (Nørreport/Nørrebrogade station) to several key locations within the park, including Kalø Slotsruin and Femmøller. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes. A single ticket costs around 30 DKK. From the bus stops, follow the signs to reach various hiking trails and attractions. Check the Rejseplanen website or app for the most up-to-date bus schedules and fare information.
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Driving
If driving from Aarhus, take route 15 towards Grenaa. After approximately 30 kilometers, turn onto Molsvej (route 553) towards Rønde and Ebeltoft. Follow the signs for Mols Bjerge National Park. There are several parking areas throughout the park, including at Strandkær Strand, Femmøller Efterskole, Knebel Plantage, and Agri Bavnehøj. Parking is generally free. Be aware that some roads within the park may be narrow and winding. Driving from Aarhus to Rønde will cost approximately 40-65 DKK.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Mindesten for Egil Fischer
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A quiet memorial honoring Denmark's visionary architect and pioneer of planned communities.
Olaf Ryes Skanse
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A 19th-century Danish military fortification honoring a war hero with commanding views across the Jutland landscape.
Trøjborg Beboerhus
20.5 km
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Nordisk Film Cinemas Trøjborg
20.6 km
Experience local Danish cinema culture at Nordisk Film Cinemas Trøjborg—an atmospheric neighborhood movie house blending modern comfort with classic charm in Aarhus.
Folkehuset Trøjborg
21.0 km
Folkehuset Trøjborg blends Danish hygge, vibrant community life, and affordable culture, making it a beloved gathering place in the heart of Aarhus’ Trøjborg district.
Sletterhage Fyr.
21.0 km
Discover Denmark's maritime history at Sletterhage Fyr. Explore scenic coastal landscapes, hike to WWII landmarks, and enjoy panoramic views of the Kattegat Strait on the Djursland Peninsula.
University Park, Aarhus
21.3 km
Explore seven centuries of art at SMK – Denmark’s national gallery, marrying old masters, modern pioneers, and cutting-edge exhibitions in stunning parkland surroundings.
Aarhus waterfront
21.5 km
Aarhus Waterfront blends urban vibrancy, Nordic design, and harbor heritage with panoramic sea views and lively promenades, making it a quintessential Danish experience.
Steno Museum
21.5 km
Explore the Steno Museum in Aarhus, where science and history come alive through engaging exhibits and interactive experiences.
History Hunts med Hvem.nu
21.6 km
Malmo Live Concert Hall blends iconic Nordic architecture, world-class live music, and a vibrant atmosphere in Malmö, just across the bridge from Copenhagen.
Latin Quarter
21.6 km
Winding cobblestone streets, historic facades, and a creative spirit fill Aarhus’s Latin Quarter, the city’s oldest district and its cultural heartbeat.
Herman Sallings Plads
21.6 km
Aarhus’s vibrant harborfront plaza, bridging the historic city and the modern waterfront, alive with urban energy, culture, and panoramic views.
Endless Connection
21.6 km
Experience the dynamic interplay of art and water at Aarhus's Endless Connection, an interactive fountain by Jeppe Hein.
The Occupation Museum
21.7 km
Malmo Live Concert Hall offers world-class music, architecture, and vibrant city energy in the heart of Malmö, steps from the waterfront and cultural highlights.
KØN - Gender Museum Denmark
21.7 km
A groundbreaking museum in Aarhus dedicated to gender, identity, and equality, featuring interactive exhibitions in a historic building near the city’s iconic cathedral.
Unmissable attractions to see
Kalø Castle
1.3 km
Walk Denmark’s longest medieval road to a sea-breezed island, where the weathered stones of Kalø Castle Ruins tell stories of kings, rebels and a daring escape.
Jagtslottet, Kalø
2.0 km
A modest 1890s hunting lodge turned tranquil viewpoint, Jagtslottet overlooks Kalø’s forests and castle ruins in the heart of Mols Bjerge National Park.
Gravhøj
2.0 km
A 3000-year-old Bronze Age burial mound turned beacon hill, St. Bavnehøj’s Gravhøj above Rønde pairs deep prehistory with wide, wind-swept views over Kalø and Mols.
St. Bavnehøj
2.0 km
Ancient beacon hill and Bronze Age burial mound above Rønde, offering big views over Kalø and Mols Bjerge after a short, steep climb through wind‑swept landscape.
Møllerup
4.6 km
Historic yellow‑timbered manor, working estate and atmospheric rural retreat on the edge of Mols Bjerge National Park in scenic East Jutland.
mounds from the bronze age
5.8 km
Soft grassy mounds on a quiet ridge in Mols, these Bronze Age graves offer big horizons, deep time and a tranquil pause amid Denmark’s rolling farmland.
Mols Cross Club
6.7 km
Club-run motocross in the rolling Mols Bjerge landscape, where off-road riders test their skills on a sculpted dirt track just outside coastal Ebeltoft.
Poskær Stenhus
7.4 km
Denmark’s largest round barrow, Poskær Stenhus blends towering Neolithic stones, quiet fields and soft Mols Bjerge light into a compact, atmospheric time capsule.
Safis Kokedameri
7.6 km
A tiny kokedama-focused garden in Ebeltoft where plants become living design pieces and a calm pause between town streets and the wilds of Mols Bjerge.
Mols Mountains Holiday Resort
7.9 km
Relaxed holiday base in rural Knebel, placing you within easy reach of Mols Bjerge’s heather‑clad hills, quiet beaches and the atmospheric ruins of Kalø Castle.
Kvalitetssti Mols Bjerge, Bjergetapen
8.0 km
Denmark’s “mountain stage”: a demanding, day-long loop through the heather-clad hills, ravines and far-reaching views of Mols Bjerge near Ebeltoft.
Molsløbet
8.0 km
A one-day trail-running festival that turns quiet Knebel into the gateway to Mols Bjerge’s steep hills, forest paths and wide-open national park views each September.
P-plads Tinghulen
8.1 km
Simple trailhead car park in the heart of Mols Bjerge, giving instant access to Tinghulen’s kettle hole, heather-clad hills and evocative Ice Age scenery.
Mols
8.1 km
A softly contoured Danish peninsula of hills, heather and shallow bays, where Mols Bjerge’s wild ridges meet quiet villages, manor fields and long, sheltered beaches.
Tinghule
8.2 km
A dramatic Ice Age kettle hole in the hills of Mols Bjerge, Tinghule blends striking natural form with quiet atmosphere and hints of ancient local gatherings.
Essential places to dine
Restaurant Bag Søjlen
1.8 km
Intimate Danish–French dining on Rønde’s main street, pairing warm candlelit ambience with carefully plated seasonal dishes and indulgent desserts.
MolsCafeen
6.2 km
Rural cafe and cozy bed and breakfast on Kølbakken, pairing homely Danish cooking with wide countryside views toward the Mols Bjerge landscape near Ebeltoft.
Restaurant Moment
6.7 km
Radically green fine dining in a timber-clad restaurant at Friland, where Nordic tasting menus grow out of the surrounding permaculture gardens and seasons.
Restaurant Mols Bjerge
7.9 km
Authentic Sicilian cuisine and wood-fired pizzas in the heart of Danish countryside, near Mols Bjerge.
Restaurant Skovmøllen Femmøller
8.2 km
Authentic Danish comfort food beside a peaceful mill pond, where tradition meets genuine hospitality.
Knebel Bro Pizza Grill
9.0 km
Casual harbour-neighbourhood pizzeria and grill in Knebel, serving hearty, inexpensive takeaway classics to sailors, locals and holidaymakers on the Mols peninsula.
Labacate Café
9.7 km
Brazilian warmth, specialty coffee and artisan sourdough in a cozy coastal café just steps from the beach in Femmøller near Ebeltoft.
Molskroens Isbod
9.9 km
Casual seaside ice cream stand near Mols Bjerge and Ebeltoft, serving classic Danish soft ice and scoops to beachgoers, walkers and cyclists on sunny days.
Molsboden
9.9 km
A small red beach stand at Femmøller Strand serving burgers, ice cream and local drinks, perfectly placed between Ebeltoft’s calm bay waters and the hills of Mols.
Molskroen Strandhotel og Molskroens Brasserie
9.9 km
A coastal Danish strandhotel pairing sea views, Nordic comfort and refined local cuisine on the edge of Mols Bjerge National Park near Ebeltoft.
Stenbækhus / mad på Mols
12.0 km
Family-run Danish kitchen celebrating seasonal ingredients and coastal charm in Knebel's welcoming courtyard.
Restaurant Bindingsværket
14.3 km
Refined seasonal Nordic cuisine in a traditional half-timbered farmhouse, surrounded by the quiet fields of Drammelstrup on Djursland.
Karens Brasserie
15.3 km
Comforting Danish home cooking and generous brunches by Ebeltoft’s harbour, where casual brasserie dining meets views towards the historic frigate Jylland.
Restaurant Stockfleth
15.4 km
Harbourfront hygge in a historic fillet factory, serving fresh Danish seafood, hearty classics and steaks with wide Ebeltoft harbour views from terrace and table.
Lundbergs Spisehus
15.4 km
Laid‑back Nordic cooking, freshly baked bread and courtyard vibes inside Ebeltoft’s red‑brick Maltfabrikken creative hub.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Troldhedesten
4.2 km
Coastal fitness hub where quality equipment meets active Danish living.
EnergyBar.nu
4.7 km
Compact organic food shop in rural Vrinners, specializing in Danish-made energy bars and protein products that power explorations around Knebel and Mols Bjerge.
Is På Toppen - Outdoor Cykel- og Vandrecafe
6.4 km
Beloved outdoor café and ice cream bar at the edge of Mols Bjerge National Park, renowned among hikers and cyclists for homemade treats and countryside atmosphere.
Nixn
7.2 km
Curated contemporary fashion in charming Danish countryside retail.
Aktivstrikdesign
7.5 km
Where yarn, community, and Danish hygge come together in a welcoming knitting space.
Garn10
7.7 km
A cozy village yarn shop in Knebel where shelves of color, texture, and Nordic fibers invite you to slow down, browse, and bring home a creative Danish souvenir.
Miss A - Gaveideer og indretning til dit hjem
7.8 km
Curated gifts and home décor in the heart of scenic Mols Bjerge
Huset Frost
9.7 km
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It’s a Flower Thing
9.7 km
Handcrafted ceramics and seasonal flowers grown in harmony with nature's rhythms.
Havstok
9.8 km
Handcrafted rustic furnishings in Denmark's charming maritime heritage town.
Mols Haven
10.6 km
A cosy countryside fruit and vegetable store in Knebel, offering seasonal Danish produce and a friendly village welcome on the doorstep of Mols Bjerge.
Bundgaards Vinimport/ Molshonning v/ Ole Bundgaard
12.7 km
Small-scale wine importer and honey producer in a Mols village home, blending European bottles and local Molshonning in a relaxed, personal cellar-style setting.
Mols Bolsjer A/S
15.5 km
Cosy old-town sweet shop in Ebeltoft, showcasing handmade Danish boiled candies and licorice from local production, perfect for treats and edible souvenirs.
WestWind Ebeltoft
15.5 km
Coastal clothing and outdoor gear on Ebeltoft’s waterfront road, keeping visitors warm, dry and comfortable for walks, beach days and bay-side adventures.
Nordic Bar Group
18.0 km
Denmark's trusted supplier of professional bar equipment and sustainable glassware to European hospitality.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Bodega Kringlen v/Annelise Dalgaard
1.9 km
Unpretentious local bodega on Rønde’s main street, serving cold beer, simple drinks and small-town Danish bar atmosphere late into the evening.
Mørke Roadhouse
8.9 km
Unpretentious beer hall on Ebeltoftvej where locals and travelers share cold pints, warm conversation, and long, easygoing evenings in small-town Mørke.
Mejeriets Bar
9.7 km
Cozy neighbourhood bar and eatery by the harbour in Knebel, offering simple food, evening drinks and a relaxed local atmosphere after days out on Djursland.
Byportene Bodega
10.4 km
Cozy neighborhood bodega in Hornslet with cold beers, warm lighting and easygoing local charm for unpretentious evenings out.
Ebeltoft Strandbar
15.3 km
Laid-back beachfront bar on Ebeltoft Bay, serving simple seaside food, cold drinks and big-sky sunsets just steps from the sand on Strandvejen.
Umage Ølbar
15.4 km
Craft beer bar in Ebeltoft with 14 taps, 50+ bottled beers, and comfort food.
Stockfleths Østers & Bobbelbar
15.4 km
Former oyster and bubbles bar on Ebeltoft’s old fishing harbour, where luxury shellfish, sparkling wine and maritime history came together in a relaxed coastal setting.
Brewpub på Maltfabrikken
15.4 km
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Toldboden
15.4 km
Relaxed harbourside bar in Ebeltoft, blending maritime character, waterfront views and late-opening drinks in a cosy, casual setting by the marina.
Klub K
15.4 km
Small-town harbor bar turned late-night disco, Klub K keeps Ebeltoft dancing on weekend nights with simple drinks, big beats and an easygoing local vibe.
Sir Henry Bodega
15.5 km
Unpretentious Danish bar in Ebeltoft’s cobbled old town, pouring local beers and classic drinks in a cozy, lived-in setting from morning till late.
Bar Pia
15.6 km
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Den Skæve Bar
15.6 km
A crooked timber-framed pub in Ebeltoft's old town, where live music and garden charm meet Danish hospitality.
K
20.5 km
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Peder Wessel
20.6 km
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Nightclubs & after hour spots
DCD STUDIO
21.5 km
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Cafe Paradis - Den Sidste
21.6 km
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Bernhardt Natklub
21.8 km
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GBAR
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Lounge 8000
21.9 km
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ZenZa Cocktailbar
21.9 km
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21.9 km
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21.9 km
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Rustik Bar & Natklub - Aarhus
22.0 km
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